2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |
